Climate Insights for James Calata

Joe Gqabi District Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Hottest
January
28°C peak
Coldest
July
0°C low
Wettest
February
109mm rain
Best to Visit
March, October, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in James Calata is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 688mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 109mm of rainfall. James Calata is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, December, February. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Light snow can occur between June and July.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 28° Average: 21° Min: 14° Feb Max: 27° Average: 20° Min: 14° Mar Max: 26° Average: 18° Min: 12° Apr Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 8° May Max: 19° Average: 11° Min: 5° Jun Max: 16° Average: 8° Min: 1° Jul Max: 15° Average: 7° Min: 0° Aug Max: 18° Average: 10° Min: 2° Sep Max: 22° Average: 14° Min: 6° Oct Max: 25° Average: 16° Min: 8° Nov Max: 27° Average: 18° Min: 10° Dec Max: 28° Average: 20° Min: 13°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in James Calata vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 0°C and an average of 7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 108mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 109mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 79mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 83mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 3mm Jul Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 3mm Aug Precipitation: 12mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 27mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 43mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 65mm Snow: 0mm Dec Precipitation: 101mm Snow: 0mm
Precipitation
Snow

James Calata is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 688mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 109mm of rainfall. January and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 12mm. That's 96mm less than February, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between June and July, totalling around 7cm annually. June is the snowiest month with approximately 3cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 12km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 11km/h Apr Wind Speed: 11km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 14km/h Dec Wind Speed: 14km/h
Wind Speed

James Calata is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

7 days until Spring

It is currently winter in James Calata, which began on June 21, 2026. James Calata is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed: spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 0°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 6 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 134mm over the season and a monthly average of 45mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 13 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 317mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 5 to 26°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 188mm for the season, averaging 63mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 18°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Expect around 6cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 21°
Feb 20°
Mar 18°
Apr 14°
May 11°
Jun
Jul
Aug 10°
Sep 14°
Oct 16°
Nov 18°
Dec 20°

The best time to visit James Calata is during March, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. By contrast, January can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 28°C, while July is the coldest period with lows dropping to 0°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for James Calata based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
14 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
108 mm
0 cm
Feb
14 °C
27 °C
11 km/h
109 mm
0 cm
Mar
12 °C
26 °C
11 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Apr
8 °C
21 °C
11 km/h
83 mm
0 cm
May
5 °C
19 °C
10 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Jun
1 °C
16 °C
12 km/h
20 mm
3 cm
Jul
0 °C
15 °C
12 km/h
17 mm
3 cm
Aug
2 °C
18 °C
13 km/h
12 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
6 °C
22 °C
14 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
Oct
8 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Nov
10 °C
27 °C
14 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Dec
13 °C
28 °C
14 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
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